Absolutely hilarious!

Unlike many British soaps, which are all doom and gloom, Neighbors
adds some much needed comedy to weekday afternoons. It is impossible
for Neighbors to produce a serious event as arguments, fights, and,
yes, even deaths and funerals are presented in such a way that you just
have to laugh. A factor which I can conclude is largely influenced by
the hilarious sound track underlying almost every event, scene opening
and scene closing. It is true that much of the acting is also pretty
laughable- but this is just one of the traits which makes this such a
relaxed and familiar soap. Many of the story lines can, again, be pretty
weak, but with so much comedy- who cares if they are a little off the
wall? This is a fab soap which is highly addictive. I would, and am,
seriously recommend it to absolutely anyone and everyone!

Australia's Global Series

"Neighbours", contrary to many peoples' opinions, is a well acted and well
crafted soap opera. It is its timeslot in the UK among children's
programmes
which has been a caused for some critics to label it "cheap teens soap" -
but in many countries "Neighbours" earns a prime time slot. "Neighbours'"
daily screening in more than 57 countries with a daily audience in excess
of
120 million viewers is testament to its success. In a television world
dominated by soap operas, "Neighbours" has always remained close to its
original concept by soap-master Reg Watson.

"Neighbours" has produced a host of actors who have graduated from "Ramsay
Street" to become world-wide celebrities, most notably Kylie Minogue
(Charlene Mitchell); Jason Donovan (Scott Robinson); Guy Pearce (Mike
Young); Natalie Imbruglia (Beth Brennan) and Holly Valance (Felicity
Scully). Its mix of children, young adults, parents and grandparents has
ensured fascination for all generations, and the show has succeeded far
beyond its creator's expectations - especially in Britian where it was
bought as a daytime 'filler' programme for the BBC in 1986.

"Neighbours" celebrated the filming of its landmark 4000th episode in
December 2001, firmly making it Australia's longest running series, and
one
of the World's most popular and acclaimed television programmes. With the
addition of actors such as Janet Andrewartha, Maggie Millar and Madeleine
West, as well as old favourites Tom Oliver; Ian Smith, Jackie Woodburne
and
Alan Fletcher, this success can only continue.

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21 out of 32 people found the following review useful:

The best and worst show ever

I LOVE Neighbours, it is the best form of escapism ever, with it's
ridiculous story lines, laughable characters and the over the top
drama. It really is the highlight of the evening after a hard days
work. In the UK, other viewers come home from work to get depressed by
watching Coronation Street and Eastenders, other choose to be cheered
up by Neighbours.

The average character only seems to last two years, although there are
still a few long term ones left. Characters are guaranteed to have
either a spectacular departure, or go on a cruise/honeymoon/sci-fi
convention/help out on parents farm and never come back.

Hilarious recent story lines include Susan seducing a priest, the
musical, the plane crash, Harold's dead daughters double, the evil
twin, anything to do with Harold and his trombone and Sindi's
transformation into a mental patient.

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7 out of 9 people found the following review useful:

Better than Home and Away.

When in comes to Australian television series, Neighbours is a legend.
From what began as humble beginnings way back in early 1985 this
program has survived the test of time. Originally broadcast on Channel
Seven the show was axed after just five months and was sold to Ten in
1986. The rest is history. This program has launched the careers of
many Australians most notably, Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Guy
Pearce, Natalie Imbruglia, Holly Vallance and Delta Goodrem. Whilst not
as popular as its hey day in the late 1980's and somewhat
unrecognisable from 1985, Neighbours continues to deliver strong story
lines and keeps on keeping on. Heres to another 20 years.

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8 out of 11 people found the following review useful:

Pure Entertainment

Possibly the most entertaining 20 minutes of any given day and surely
the most under-rated TV programme alive today. Summery, shiny, honest 5
day a week Australian soap opera set in Ramsay Street, Erinsborough
(Melbourne, allegedly) A launchpad for much talent, featuring
addictive, irritatingly, lovable, joyful story lines and characters. A
programme which requires minimal concentration, but has a sense of
decency and humour like no other. Generally ridiculed, but secretly
appreciated. Held together by the more reliable older experienced
actors, but allows younger guys a chance to own their story lines and
see what they can do. At times banal, but quite charming, warm and
wonderful. In short - NEIGHBOURS ROCKS!

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11 out of 19 people found the following review useful:

Brilliant

I am a very good fan of Neighbours. I am not a soap-addict, one of
those people who always have to see every soap on the television, nor
one of those who does nothing but watch television. In fact, I am one
of those who watches little television, and still this has been one of
the only things I like to see. I watch it when I come home from school,
some other friends of mine do too. This has some great story lines,
some that a few of us can relate to, from worries about parenting to
sexuality confusion to trying to fit in at school, etc. There are
plenty of stories to keep the viewer interested. Although some seem a
bit far-fetched, this show is still very good and keeps me entertained
throughout each 30 minute episode. I recommend this to anyone who wants
to see a good soap. Beware, you may get stuck on this one.

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2 out of 3 people found the following review useful:

THE soap

Neighbours seems to be going through a tough time of late but I still
think that it's better than many of the other soaps on TV because it
maintains it's basic charm and the characters are always real and fun
to spend time watching.

Everyone has a favourite moment from the series or a character that
they loved and this is testament to the great writing and performers
who have graced Ramsey Street over the years. From bombs to car crashes
we've watched it all unfold with the same sparkle that makes Neighbours
so special.

Home and Away may get all the hype by Neighbours is still the best
place to be at five thirty in England.

Happy Birthday Neighbours - the best is surely still to come.

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Neighbours

good show! They have good story lines and the actors are great. I don't
know how they record. At least this comedy goes well beyond the bunch
of creative revenge ploys that these next-door nemeses wreak on each
other. Neighbors isn't straight-As, bring-down-the-house smart-funny,
but it's no drop-out, sprawling, lame block party of a flick either.
It's Byrne who's Rogen's partner in crime, and she's the brains behind
the operation ... a refreshing change of pace in a genre that usually
relegates ladies to the nag role. The good news is that with Neighbors,
you get the movie you're promised, and it's funny; the better news is
that Neighbors is also so much smarter than that ; its high points far
outshine the low ones,

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The Perfect Soap

Neighbours is the perfect escapism from dull, stressful reality. The
plots are interesting and varied, not too protracted, and the acting is
of a high quality. All those who look down their noses at soaps take
note, this series has been going nearly 30 years.

Paul Robinson is the perfect bad boy and delightful to watch; Chris is
someone you just want to hug, you're desperate for a; Vanessa and Lucas
to get together, and b; Karl and Susan to get BACK together, and you
just wish somewhere like Harold's or Charlie's actually existed.

All in all, the perfect mix of humour, good meaty plots, and escapism.